Gunmen Kill 11 in Southeastern Nigeria Amid Separatist Tensions
Attack at military checkpoint in Abia State leaves five soldiers and six civilians dead, with government blaming IPOB militants.
- The attack occurred at Obikabia junction in Abia State, targeting a military checkpoint.
- The Nigerian military has vowed a fierce response to ensure the defeat of the assailants.
- IPOB, a separatist group seeking independence for the Igbo people, denied responsibility for the attack.
- Authorities have offered a reward for information leading to the capture of the gunmen.
- The incident adds to the growing unrest in Nigeria, already facing multiple regional conflicts.